Offered Here: Prince Dez Dickerson 1973 Owned & Stage Played Gibson Les Paul Custom - Also Played by Prince. This 1973 Gibson Les Paul Custom, serial number 371317, served as the primary instrument for Dez Dickerson during the formative years of Prince and the Revolution. Initially acquired by Dickerson in 1975, the guitar was pivotal in the Minneapolis music scene, backing performances with Revolver and Romeo and eventually supporting the band's rise to global prominence. Even being played by Prince himself during very early concerts. It features a Tobacco Burst finish, finish crazing, a cracked backplate, significant wood exposure between pickups, heavy buckle rash, and fretboard wear, marking it as a true "player's guitar." A hard shell case accompanies the instrument.
Additional Information: In 1978, Dez Dickerson auditioned for Prince, using this guitar during a performance at Del’s Tire Mart. The instrument was critical during early rehearsals at Prince's France Avenue bungalow and was played during Prince's debut at the Capri Theatre in January 1979. Notably, it was featured in high-profile performances at the Leeds Rehearsal Facility, The Roxy in Hollywood, and esteemed venues such as The Bottom Line in NYC. The guitar also appeared on television in December 1979 on American Bandstand and during a 1980 performance on The Midnight Special.
Provenance/Authenticity: From Dez Dickerson, guitarist for Prince from 1979 - 1983.
Condition: Very good condition with signs of wear including finish crazing, a cracked backplate, exposed wood, heavy buckle rash, and wear across the fretboard. The guitar is accompanied by a hard shell case.